Derek Harold Coleman, 79, of Milton, WV, passed away on October 6, 2026 after a short illness. Derek was born on March 4, 1947, the son of Harold Albert and Joan Florence Grange Coleman in Selly Oak, Birmingham, England.
After a dedicated career, he retired from Royal Mail in England and made the journey to West Virginia to be with his beloved wife. At the time of his passing, he was a valued employee of the West Virginia Division of Labor. While he took pride in his work, his most prized title was that of Author, leaving behind a legacy of words and creativity.
Derek is survived by his wife Lori, children, Louise Coleman (Matt) of Wales, Samantha Anderson of England and Zander, Chloe and Benjamin Lambert of Milton; grandchildren, Jake, Zak and Milla Anderson of England and Barnaby Lee of Wales; brother, Keith Coleman (Yvonne) of England and several nieces.
There are no words to describe how much he was loved and will be missed.
Graveside services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Friday, October 9, 2026 at Forest Memorial Park, Milton.
Wallace Funeral Home, Milton, is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
